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Devonport

England / South West / Plymouth / Devonport

About

Devonport is a historic ward in Plymouth, located on the western side of the city. It is known for its naval heritage, with the HMNB Devonport dockyard being one of the area's most significant landmarks. The ward includes residential areas, green spaces like Devonport Park, and a mix of local shops and services. Its proximity to the River Tamar and the dockyard has shaped its identity over centuries.

The area features a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Devonport has faced economic challenges but has seen regeneration efforts in recent years. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with links to Plymouth city centre and surrounding areas. Community facilities include schools, a library, and sports centres, serving the local population. The waterfront location provides views across the Hamoaze, a stretch of water where the Tamar meets the Plymouth Sound.

Area overview

On average Devonport has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 152 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 33.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Devonport is £37,456 per year. There are 8 schools in Devonport: 7 primary (0 Outstanding and 7 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
152
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
33.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Devonport Population
16,323
Population density
4,304.2 per km²

Demographics

British
13,759
84.29%
Other White
1,192
7.3%
Other
195
1.19%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
157
0.96%
African
147
0.9%
Total population: 16,323

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
2,059
27.63%
Owns with a mortgage
1,564
20.99%
Other social rented
1,473
19.77%
Owns outright
1,240
16.64%
Social rents from council
828
11.11%
Total households: 7,452

Property prices in Devonport

Based on 201 recent sales, the median property price is £178,000 in Devonport area, with individual transactions ranging from £52,500 up to £795,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£200,000
Flats69£130,000
Semi-Detached9£230,000
Terraced122£183,500

10 years price trend in Devonport

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.